Project Manager (L&D)

Robertson & Company Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Learning and Development Project Manager in Toronto. This role involves managing complex learning programs, stakeholder engagement, and applying project management principles. Ideal candidates will have significant project management experience and certifications such as PMP and SCRUM, as well as strong communication skills. This contract position offers a hybrid work model with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in project management.
• Demonstrate knowledge in the application of adult learning principles.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of learning and development projects.
• Support vendor engagement and onboarding for learning partners.
• Develop stakeholder engagement strategies to ensure project success.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

PMP Certification

SCRUM Certification

Tools

MS Project

MS Office Suite

Adobe Connect

MS Teams

SharePoint

Job description

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CA$50.00/hr - CA$58.00/hr

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Our client is a top financial institution with significant North American holdings. They have operations across most major verticals, including institutional & corporate, wealth management, private client, commercial banking, treasury, and retail banking.

Contract Period: 12 months with potential to extend or convert

Location: Toronto, ON

Location Type: Hybrid; 2 days onsite

Job Responsibilities:

• In partnership with business-specific Learning Solutions Architects, lead the end-to-end planning and execution of high complexity learning and development projects and programs which entail design, development and delivery of internal or outsourced enterprise-wide and business specific solutions.
• Understand the learning development and delivery processes specific to the bank that deliver various learning formats including virtual classroom, eLearning, webinars, self-led learner pathways and workshops of learning and development programs.
• Support the vendor engagement and onboarding process when third party learning partners are engaged.
• Develop and implement effective stakeholder engagement and strategies leveraging key project management assets e.g. charter, project schedule, change requests to ensure tight governance control and risk management throughout the project/program.
• Be an active member of the Learning Enablement team and share your subject matter expertise in project management, including knowledge of best practices and emerging trends; maintains best practices in areas of project framework methodologies.

Experience & Qualification Requirements:

• Proven track record of delivering results and commitment to operational and service excellence
• Minimum 7 years of experience in project management and/or program management, preferably in a learning or adult training environment
• Demonstrate knowledge in the application of adult learning principles for various delivery methodologies
• PMP certification
• SCRUM certified and experience working in Agile and/or Agile Hybrid manner
• Thorough understanding of the project management framework and how to effectively leverage project management assets (charters, project schedules, risk management plans, change management plans etc.) to establish clarity of vision and detailed execution plan throughout project life cycle
• Strong clients focus with an ability to listen and quickly learn about the various clients that the Learning function serves and become a trusted advisor on delivering learning projects successfully
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced environment in alignment with changing business priorities
• Ability to collaborate with multiple internal and external stakeholders and build relationships effectively leveraging sound communication, negotiation, consensus building and influencing skills
• Solutions-focused, "can-do" attitude to foster positive team morale and high engagement on projects
• Sound understanding of how to translate business requirements and design a project delivery approach in collaboration with external vendors and internal delivery teams
• Display agility and strong organizational skills, to demonstrate progress in a fast-paced environment
• Highly developed critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Solid competency in MS Office suite especially MS Project
• Competency in team meeting facilitation in virtual environments and leverage of collaboration tools like Adobe Connect, MS Teams and SharePoint
• Experience supporting eLearning across multiple platforms (i.e., HTML 5 output that works on tablets, smartphone and desktop as one SCORM package

****ALL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A CRIMINAL AND CREDIT CHECK AS PART OF THE APPLICATION PROCESS****

How to Apply: If you are a motivated professional looking to contribute to a leading team, please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and experience relevant to this role. Robertson & the clients we represent, value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We invite all qualified individuals to apply.

Robertson & the clients we represent are equal opportunity employers, committed to diversity and inclusion. Robertson is a certified diverse supplier and actively seeks to foster a representative and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, Aboriginal status, or any other legally protected factors. We champion building a diverse and inclusive environment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Education, Design, and Project Management

• Industries

  Banking

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